Farm Facts: Melons
Did you know that farmers in Illinois and Indiana grow more than 7,500 acres of watermelons? Learn more melon facts.
Baby Calf Facts
Learn baby calf facts, including how much they weigh at birth and how many are born in Illinois each year.
Farm Focus: Garlic
Did you know that one of the most flavorful seasonings, garlic, is both a vegetable and an herb? Discover more fun facts and tips about garlic.
Apple Facts and Recipes for the Fall Harvest
Celebrate the fall apple harvest with delicious recipes and interesting facts about this all-American fruit.
A Dairy Farmer Answers: Hormones, Antibiotics and Cow-Tipping
Dairy farmer Linda Drendel answers questions from Chicago-area moms about antibiotics and hormones in milk and how she cares for calves.
Farm Focus: Apples
Illinois’ official state fruit is the goldrush apple – a long-keeping, sweet and tart variety with a rich, spicy flavor. Read on for more apple fun facts.
Debunk Farming Myths During Illinois Farming Month
March is Illinois Farming Month, and we’re celebrating the industry by finding the truth behind some common farming tall tales.
Farm Focus: Wineries
Did you know Illinois is home to 91 wineries and 450 vineyards encompassing 1,115 acres of grapes across the state? Learn more about wine and wineries with these fun facts.
Turkey Trivia From Bird Brains to ‘Birdzilla’
An estimated 88 percent of Americans surveyed still serve turkey for Thanksgiving. But do you know your turkey, really? Chew on this turkey trivia.
Farm Focus: Potatoes
The potato is the most important non-cereal crop for feeding the world, ranking behind corn, wheat and rice. Here are some more interesting trivia and fun facts about potatoes.
Why Leaves Change Color in the Fall
How do they do that? How do leaves that have been green all summer transform to red, yellow, gold or orange in the autumn?
Farm Facts: Pumpkins
More than 1 billion pounds of pumpkins are produced in the the United States each year, and more than 495 million of those pounds are grown in Illinois. These are more facts about pumpkins.
Illinois Fruit Calendar: Ripe and Ready for Summer
Illinois is full of fresh fruits that are ripe and ready to be picked. Check out this list of which fruits are in season this summer.
Farm Focus: Beef
Sure, corn is popular in Illinois, but did you know that in the Prairie State about 23 percent of farms raise beef cows? Beef up on other fun facts related to the largest segment of U.S. agriculture.
Dairy Farm Fun Facts
Did you know? A cow is more valuable for its milk, cheese, butter and yogurt than for its beef.
Field Corn and Sweet Corn: What’s the Difference?
Corn covers more of Illinois’ farmland than any other crop, yet you’ll need to find a backyard garden for some corn on the cob.
What Is Ethanol and Its Connection to Corn?
We all see the signs for ethanol at our gas pumps, but do you know how ethanol comes is made?
Corn by the Numbers
Learn fun facts and farmer statistics about corn, such as the size of a bushel of corn.
Wool Comes From Many Animal Breeds
Sheep are the most prevalent producers of wool, though it also comes from rabbits, goats and alpacas.
Farm Products Found in Everyday Items
Farm animals and plants contribute to many things Americans rely on or come into contact with nearly every day.
Farm Focus: Pork
As the world’s most widely eaten meat, pork is something to celebrate – which may be why October is declared National Pork Month.
Wheat Fast Facts
Wheat has long been one of the most important crops in the world, with millions of acres devoted to wheat production.
Growing Asparagus Takes Patience
If you’re starting asparagus in your garden this year, remember that you’ll have to wait three years after planting for your first crop.
Farm Fresh: Winter Squash
When the weather gets cold and the traditional fruits of summer are out of season, winter squash can be a delicious and healthy option.
